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Bloody Mary Cocktail

A classic cocktail made with tomato juice, vodka, and spices, mixed and served over ice. Its vibrant red color and garnishes create a striking, eerie presentation perfect for Halloween festivities.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces vodka preferably quality vodka
  • 4 ounces tomato juice unsalted or low-sodium
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch celery salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 ounces fresh lemon juice about half a lemon
  • Ice cubes Ice cubes

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Highball glasses
  • Stirring spoon
  • Juicer or knife for lemon

Method
 

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes and pour in the vodka.
  2. Add the tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice into the shaker.
  3. Secure the lid tightly on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds, until the mixture is well combined and chilled.
  4. Fill highball glasses with fresh ice cubes.
  5. Strain the Bloody Mary mixture into the prepared glasses, pouring carefully to avoid disturbing the ice.
  6. Garnish each drink with eerie elements like green olives skewered with mini plastic eyeballs, celery stalks, or lemon wedges to create a spooky look.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, haunting cocktail with friends.

Notes

For extra spooky effect, rim the glasses with black or red sugar before pouring.